MGT and Amwins Revolutionize E&S Market with AI Underwriting
MGT and Amwins Join Forces to Enhance E&S Market Underwriting through AI Technology
SAN FRANCISCO, February 03, 2026 – MGT, a pioneering company in integrating AI with commercial property and casualty insurance, has announced a strategic alliance with Amwins, the largest independent distributor of specialty insurance products in the U.S. This partnership introduces MGT's AI-powered underwriting and pricing platform to the Excess & Surplus (E&S) market, aiming to transform underwriting processes by enhancing speed and accuracy.
Innovative Collaboration for the Insurance Industry
This collaboration between Amwins and MGT aligns with a significant shift in commercial insurance distribution. Leveraging Amwins’ global presence and MGT’s innovative AI capabilities, this partnership promises brokers rapid access to competitive and precise quotes for specialty risks. It streamlines coverage decisions traditionally hampered by time-consuming underwriting processes.
Ben Sloop, President and COO of Amwins, emphasized, "Our focus at Amwins is on driving innovation and efficiency. Partnering with MGT, a leader in AI-driven insurance technology, represents our commitment to advancing the small commercial E&S sector and delivering improved results for our retail clients and their insureds."
Transforming the E&S Market with AI-Driven Solutions
Graham Topol, Co-CEO of MGT, reflected on the partnership by stating, "Our collaboration with Amwins showcases the potential of merging solid insurance practices with revolutionary technology. We are demonstrating that AI can deliver substantial returns while adhering to the stringent demands of the E&S market."
According to AM Best, the U.S. surplus lines market has achieved a historic seven-year trend of double-digit growth, with direct written premiums nearing $130 billion. Traditionally characterized by labor-intensive workflows and delays, the E&S market is witnessing a transformation through AI-powered technology that streamlines underwriting, customer segmentation, and risk pricing.
Efficiency Gains and Strategic Expansions
Chad Nitschke, General Manager of MGT Specialty, noted the efficiency gains for brokers: "By integrating Amwins' distribution capabilities with our E&S offering focused on Lessers’ Risk Only (LRO), we enable brokers to secure fast underwriting decisions for small commercial risks, reducing processes that previously spanned days or weeks."
The announcement follows MGT's securing of $21.6 million in Series B funding in 2025, alongside new executive appointments to scale operations and expand insurance offerings for small businesses nationwide.
About MGT and Amwins
About MGT: MGT is a forerunner in AI-driven commercial P&C insurance solutions, offering a streamlined approach that accelerates the typically prolonged insurance purchasing process. Specializing in providing surplus lines solutions, MGT strives to deliver flexible, customized insurance options for complex and challenging risks while maintaining an "A-" rating from AM Best.
About Amwins: Amwins stands as the foremost independent wholesale distributor of specialty insurance products in the United States, serving retail insurance agents with a broad array of property and casualty, specialty group benefits, and administrative services. Operating globally from its base in Charlotte, N.C., Amwins processes nearly $50 billion in premium placements annually.
For further information on MGT and its offerings or to seek a quote, professionals can contact local Amwins Access offices or visit the Amwins website. Media inquiries for MGT and Amwins can be directed to their respective contacts as provided in available public resources.